[Humdeee]

I am the same way. Also have a mild stutter since childhood. I have found over the years that pausing mid sentence for just a second will bring back that natural flow. I've never been questioned on it for years, and don't believe it sounds awkward, which is really all I care about. And yes, I will also substitute words if I can predict that they'll get me. It's quite easy to tell when it's coming.

I am still a very confident person in social situations. It doesn't affect my normal adult life. In middle school it was an issue, but I've learned to control it as I got older.

Reflecting on it now, I stutter more often when I'm with people I'm most comfortable with. Family especially, close friends, girlfriend, etc. Perhaps because my 'speech guard' is completely down. But really isn't much at all, if any.

Interviewing for the current job I have now taught me a lesson in humility. I was speaking fast, my brain was racing and it brought out the worst I've spoken in a long time. I was embarrassed because I just couldn't seem to recover, but determined not to show it. I apologized, regardless. Staying calm and collected has always been the key for me.